Instructional Designer

JoVE is the world-leading producer and provider of video solutions with the mission to improve scientific research and education. Millions of scientists, educators and students use JoVE for their research, teaching and learning. Our institutional clients comprise over 1,000 universities, colleges, and biopharma companies, including such leaders as Harvard, MIT, Yale, and Stanford. As a rapidly growing company, with offices in the USA, UK, Australia, and India servicing clients in over 60 countries, we are seeking talented and ambitious individuals to join our company.

The Role

As an Instructional Designer within our Video Production Team, your primary focus will be on creating animated videos on Business Skills for corporate learning and training.

You will translate learning objectives into compelling narratives, write scripts that simplify professional skills, and collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), animators to ensure pedagogical integrity.

Responsibilities:-

• Analyze learning needs and collaborate with subject matter experts to translate soft skills and business methodologies into structured, practical, and engaging learning experiences.
• Write high-quality, conversational scripts for animated videos that maintain a professional tone while ensuring high learner retention.
• Create detailed storyboards that guide the production team, ensuring visual metaphors and animations directly support the learning objectives.
• Review video drafts (2D, 3D, and AI-generated) to ensure they meet educational standards and instructional clarity.
• Experiment with AI tools and interactive elements to enhance the efficiency of the design process and the impact of the final video product.

• A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Instructional Design, specifically focused on video-based learning or digital content production.
• Proven ability to turn dry business topics (Leadership, Compliance, Communication) into engaging, story-driven scripts.
• Deep understanding of ADDIE, Gagne’s Nine Events, and cognitive load theory as applied to multimedia.
• Excellent English (written and verbal) communication skills with the ability to present concepts to stakeholders clearly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with evolving AI technologies.

Please include the following with your application:

• A Portfolio or Writing Samples featuring scripts, storyboards, or links to completed video projects you have designed.
• A brief cover letter explaining your approach to making "Business Skills" engaging through animation.

Why Join JoVE?

• A competitive compensation package.
• You will make a direct impact in accelerating science research and in improving student learning in science education.
• Opportunity to work with global teams and in an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration.
• Our strong promotion from within culture draws a clear path to advance your career with us.